Very nice dress and you are really a dress-girl, even every thing you're wearing looks so nice. And I love the shoes, especially the colour.Your room's floor is great, by the way. Greeting from GermanyMaggie

Looks great! size 14 seems like it would be too big for you. I am new to sewing and am wondering if you measure and follow according to the pattern label? When I've done this before , things still come out way too big. Thanks!

I love your sewing posts. You are such an inspiration to me! Since I collect sewing machines (long story), I am finally learning to sew. I check your blog frequently and I have taken your "bombshell dress" course. Keep doing awesome things! :)

Although I don't like to criticize anyone on the basis of their personal taste, your mother is wrong. Those shoes DO go with everything -- just as trees, shrubs and grass never clash with any other colors.

Love your dress Gertie! I bought the same pattern on your suggestion! I'm just not a quick as you are at getting it sewn up. I have a little adjustment in the bust area then I'll be on my way. I can see several versions of this dress in my wardrobe. You look fantastic! Thanks for posting this. You are such an inspiration!

Thanks, friends! On the sizing issue: my measurements actually put me at a size 16, but I always size down to a 14 in the bodice because there's so much ease in some patterns. This one has a lot--I think 3" of ease!

Sorry, had to delete the last comment. Computer was looged in as my boyfriend's profile! Such a cute dress. I think it is something that can easily be dressed up or down. Will have to add this pattern to my wish list. Thanks for sharing.

Green shoes DO go with everything! I used to have a pair of kelly green Doc Martens that I wore with all kinds of things. Love the dress, especially the back neckline - a scoop like that would show off my tattoo nicely.

Well, I have to say, you're mother is right.We tend to think or to wish that beloved items go with everything, but they simply don't. They would fit some short cut pants perfectly, but they make every dress look a bit... dull?You tend to wear elegant things with not elegant shoes, except your pumps.Nevertheless, great dress and many greetings!

You NEVER disappoint!!!! Your floor looks fabulous- Is your back a little achy? I love the necklace, I was wondering with all your fantastic tats if you wear jewelry? So cute! Your LBD is a good one! I am always looking for a LBD and a LWB Pattern- Little White Blouse Pattern- a good basic.. any suggestions?

I hope you find imitation flattering because I've now added a lbd of this ilk to my sewing list. Although, I'll be using an embroidered cotton voile (that's been languishing in my stash for several years now) and a vintage 50's pattern that I've made into a TnT one. I'm just debating between sleeves or no sleeves....hmmm.

Thank you so much for the inspiration! It's such a great idea and your's looks so lovely!

Like everyone else, I hate to contradict a mom, but she's wrong and it's gorgeous with the green clogs. I love the floor. I love the dress. I love everything about this post. I'm now going to read the rest of your blog rather than getting started on 1803.

I never knew you'd used this pattern! It's one of my favorites! I've made it at least three times. I really love it! It fit right out of the envelope just as you said but I didn't add anything to the waist length. Yours looks AWESOME!! just like mine LOL!

I love this pattern. I'd like to make one in every color and print. Loved the fit straight from the envelope. I didn't change a thing when I made it in a size six. It fit my granddaughter perfect!! Your dress, shoes and floor look AWESOME!! Love your blog!